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Stop the Extension of Chargeable Parking Hours in Glasgow

Take Action Now to Protect Our Local Businesses, Community, and Safety!

NO 10pm PARKING CHARGES IN Glasgow

Glasgow’s vibrant spirit is under threat from new 10pm parking charges proposed by the City Council. These charges could dampen our city’s nightlife and impact local businesses negatively. We must act now to preserve Glasgow’s accessibility and charm.

Your voice is crucial. By signing our petition, you’re not just opposing an additional fee; you’re fighting to keep Glasgow welcoming and lively for everyone. Let’s unite to urge the Glasgow City Council to scrap these charges. Sign the petition today and keep Glasgow for the people. Together, we can make a difference.

About the Campaign

Glasgow City Council is proposing a significant and harmful change to our city’s parking regulations. Under the new proposal, chargeable hours for parking across all zones in Glasgow will be standardised and extended until 10pm, a drastic increase from the current 6pm cut-off. This change poses a severe threat to the vibrancy and sustainability of local businesses, including restaurants, gyms, and any establishment that relies on evening visitors.

Our campaign aims to raise public awareness about the detrimental impact this “draconian change” will have on our community and to mobilise opposition against it. We believe in protecting our local economy, preserving the unique character of Glasgow, and ensuring the safety of our residents and visitors. Join us in our fight to ensure that the voices of business owners, residents, and all stakeholders are heard.

Why Oppose the Extension?

Economic Harm

Extending chargeable parking hours will discourage evening visitors, directly harming businesses that depend on them.

Community Impact

The decline in motorised visitors will contribute to reduced foot traffic in the evenings, affecting the vibrancy and safety of our city streets.

Safety Concerns

Glasgow city centre businesses cannot rely solely on public transport users. Public transport is becoming increasingly dangerous after 6pm, especially during weekends. The proposed parking charge extension will further jeopardise the safety of those who choose or need to travel by car.

One-Size-Fits-All Approach

The blanket application of this rule does not consider the unique needs of different areas and businesses.

How Can You Help?

1. Email Your Councillor

We've made it easy for you to find and contact your local Glasgow City Council councillor. Simply select your area, and you'll be able to send an email directly from our website, asking them to oppose the standardisation of chargeable parking hours. Personal stories and examples of how this change will affect you, your business, or your safety are especially powerful.

2. Share Your Story

If you're a business owner, let us know how the extended parking charges would impact your business and the safety of your customers. Your stories will help illustrate the real-world consequences of this policy and strengthen our case against it.

2. Spread the Word

The more people know about the proposed changes and their potential impact on our economy and safety, the stronger our opposition will be. Share information about this campaign with your friends, family, and on social media.

Email Your Councillor

Every Email Counts

Our interactive tool allows you to easily find the Glasgow City Council councillors by area. Get in touch with them to express your concerns about the proposed parking charge extension and its impact on safety and business. Every email counts, and direct communication from constituents is one of the most effective ways to influence council decisions.

Press releases

New Glasgow 10pm parking restrictions ‘disastrous’ for night-time workers as petition launched

By: FAHAD TARIQ

Source: Glasgow Life

Parking charges to be extended to 10pm in all city zones

By: Stewart Paterson

Source: Glasgow Times

Exactly where Glasgow parking charges are set to rise over next three years

By: Drew Sandelands

Source: Glasgow Live

Glasgow parking charges to be extended until 10pm

By: Nichola Rutherford

Source: BBC Scotland News

Spread The Word

The more people know about the proposed changes and their potential impact on our economy and safety, the stronger our opposition will be. Share information about this campaign with your friends, family, and on social media.

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